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Student absenteeism a persistent problem, but Georgia is doing better than most states
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Ty Tagami | Capitol Beat , as published by Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods)
· August 3, 2026
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Key takeaway After COVID-19 led to school closures, many students struggled to return to regular attendance.
In Georgia, student absenteeism remains a concern, although the state is showing signs of improvement. After COVID-19 led to school closures, many students struggled to return to regular attendance. By 2022, nearly a quarter of students had high enough absenteeism rates to be considered chronic.
7% in the 2025-26 school year. Further details on student absenteeism rates and trends in Georgia are available from the source, providing more insight into the state's progress in addressing this issue.
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Category: schools Published: August 3, 2026 Source: Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods) Reading time: 1 min
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